State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) will be closed for winter break Dec. 18 to Jan. 1. SCF will resume normal operating hours on Thursday, Jan. 2. Registration for classes will remain open during winter break at My.SCF.edu. Spring 2025 classes will begin on Monday, Jan. 6. View the full press release online.
Azara Ballet is a groundbreaking non-profit professional dance company based in Sarasota/Manatee, dedicated to revitalizing ballet with a focus on mental and emotional well-being. The company celebrates body positivity, individuality, and inclusivity, actively working to break barriers in ballet through outreach programs for neurodivergent communities. Azara Ballet's name, inspired by the historical roots of Sarasota, symbolizes its commitment to being a "place of dancing," reflecting both its past and innovative future in the arts.